Maricopa Community Colleges  ABC121   20032-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/26/02
ABC121 20032-99999 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Introduction to Hand and Power Tools
Overview of the use, maintenance and safety procedures for common hand and power tools. Prerequisites: Registered Apprentice status or permission of the apprenticeship coordinator.
Cross-References: MEC121
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
ABC121   20032-99999 Introduction to Hand and Power Tools
1. Define trade terms related to hand and power tools. (I)
2. Identify basic hand and power tools used in the construction trades. (I, II)
3. Explain the basic safety procedures for use of specific hand and power tools. (I, II)
4. Explain the basic maintenance procedures for specifichand and power tools. (I, II)
5. Describe the selection of appropriate hand and power tools for specific tasks. (I, II)
6. Describe the selection of appropriate safety equipment required for use of specific hand and power tools. (I, II)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
ABC121   20032-99999 Introduction to Hand and Power Tools
    I. Basic Hand Tools
        A. Definition of trade terms
        B. Tools and equipment
          1. Hammer
          2. Screwdriver
          3. Sledgehammer
          4. Ripping bars and nail pullers
          5. Wrenches
          6. Pliers and wire cutters
          7. levels
          8. Squares
          9. Rulers and measuring tapes
          10. Bench vises
          11. C-clamps
          12. Saws
          13. Files
          14. Chisels and punches
          15. Plumb bob
          16. Sockets and ratchets
          17. Torque wrenches
          18. Wedges
          19. Chalk lines
          20. Utility knives
          21. Chain falls and come alongs
          22. Wire brushes
        C. Use
        D. Maintenance and safety procedures
      II. Power Tools
          A. Definition of terms
          B. Tools and equipment
            1. Drills
            2. Saws
            3. Sanders and grinders
            4. Jack hammer
            5. Porta-power
            6. Explosive tools
          C. Use
          D. Maintenance and safety procedures
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